After 12 years of owning Bridport Electric Palace, owner Alasdair Warren explains why it is up for sale

The town council in Lyme Regis has apologised after many people had to unnecessarily   pay for parking over the weekend during an annual ceremony on the Cobb

A quirky event celebrating a 700-year tradition, hailed as one of Bridport's standout annual highlights, returns this weekend

A sighting of an invasive species has been reported in west Dorset

A councillor in Beaminster has resigned from his position following reports of unethical behaviour in relation to a controversial planning application in town

West Dorset MP Edward Morello has criticised ongoing Westminster infighting, warning political turmoil is distracting from major issues like the cost of living

A mass protest is taking place in West Bay this weekend tackling sewage spills in west Dorset

Bridport has a new mayor

The Oakhaven Walk will take place on May 16, and will raise funds for Oakhaven Hospice by following a stretch of the King Charles III England Coast Path.

Acclaimed spooky play Haunted Shadows - The Gothic Tales of Edith Nesbit arrives at the Marine Theatre tomorrow.

Dr Darren Naish, a palaeontologist, author and science communicator, will present 'Sea Monsters Past & Present' on June 12 in Lyme Regis.

A new mechanical hoist is helping disabled riders continue enjoying the freedom of horse riding after volunteers feared some members may have had to stop taking part altogether.

Emergency services were called to rescue a walker became trapped near a cliff edge in west Dorset

Nine months of major roundabout works on the A35 are scheduled to begin next week

Protestors will gather outside a council headquarters to campaign against fire station cuts

West Bay’s beach looked slightly unusual last week sparking concerns with residents as major work has been taking place in the resort over the last month

Bridport's historic cinema - the Electric Palace - is to be sold

A helicopter with royal connections was spotted over Dorset skies this afternoon

More urgent works to protect the long-term safety to one of Dorset's most iconic landmarks will take place next week

TV presenter Josie Gibson can be seen enjoying Dorset traditions and its seafood on ITV programme Josie’s Taste of the Westcountry

Bridport's high street was named among the 14 best in the UK, according to The Express

The King’s Speech is expected to unveil major changes affecting energy bills, rail fares, leaseholders and jobs - here’s what it could mean for you.

Fraudsters posing as police and bank staff are tricking elderly victims into handing over cards, cash and PINs, with some losing thousands of pounds, TSB has warned.

The UKHSA plans to bring 10 currently isolating individuals to the UK from the UK Overseas Territories of Saint Helena and Ascension Island.

The State Opening of Parliament will take place today (May 13). Find out why it happens and what is involved.

A SHEPHERD’S hut, used for holiday accommodation, has been given planning consent – two years after it was put in place.

A steep ledge which formed on a west Dorset beach has been flattened

A man has been airlifted to hospital following an incident in west Dorset

A man who was wanted in connection to stalking offences has been found

Residents are being urged to protect their homes from burglaries this summer

A worldwide celebrated pianist is to play a special concert in west Dorset to mark a special occasion

Lyme Regis is preparing to put its best foot forward as hundreds of dancers and musicians gather for what organisers say will be the town’s biggest ever Morris day of dance.

The senior Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips has resigned from Keir Starmer's cabinet.

Organisers are encouraging locals to get involved as volunteer researchers and participants, regardless of experience, with training and support available.

A Weymouth-based author has published his sixth children’s story – a reimagining of one of Dorset’s best-loved tales.

Sir Keir Starmer has assured the nation he will not resign from his role as Prime Minister despite pressure mounting for him to quit.

Sir Keir Starmer acknowledged the scale of the setback during a speech in central London on Monday, taking responsibility for the party’s performance.

Traffic is backing up on the A35 with severe delays reported

A FARM using a rural barn as a café for five years is now seeking retrospective planning consent.

An alert has been issued for wildfires following a blaze that became out of control in west Dorset

Emergency services were called to a fire in a garden in Lyme Regis

Protesters will 'make as much noise as possible' in order to carry on the fight against water companies discharging sewage into a west Dorset river

Police have attended reports of a disturbance in west Dorset

A coastguard officer has been injured after responding to an unattended beach bonfire

Firefighters raced to a west Dorset home as alarms sounded

Labour MPs Tom Rutland and Joe Morris have quit their ministerial aide roles and called for Keir Starmer to resign as Prime Minister

The Prime Minister took responsibility for Labour’s losses across England, Scotland, and Wales

Sir Keir Starmer will give a speech on Monday, marking the start of a critical week for his leadership

Twenty British nationals, one German national who is a UK resident, and one Japanese passenger from the MV Hondius are now under observation

Dorset Council to introduce 20mph speed limits in Bridport and Pymore from May 2026. View road maps and traffic order details at dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/tros.